Role of the Species Expert Groups (SEGs)

The groups work collaboratively to gather, analyse and share information on animal health surveillance in each main livestock species. They use information and data from the diagnostic service (APHA, SRUC, SAC Consulting Veterinary Services and partner post mortem providers), as well as other sources of animal health data, and work together with veterinary and industry contacts to:

Species Expert Group networks

The membership of the groups is detailed on the individual group pages, but in overview, each livestock species group includes:

APHA and representatives from SRUC, SAC Consulting Veterinary Services including veterinary and scientific staff. Associate members provide input on specific issues such as influenza or international trade

The Wildlife Expert Group also chairs the Great Britain Wildlife Disease Surveillance Partnership which comprises six government and non-government organisations with expertise in different fields of wildlife health.